WesAudio HYPERION User manual

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_HYPERION
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Thank You for the purchase of _HYPERION
_ HYPERION
Fully analog parametric EQ with digital control through VST/AAX/AU plug-ins
With kind regards
Radoslaw Wesolowski and Michal Weglicki

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Fully analog parametric EQ with digital recall through
VST/AAX/AU plug-ins.
_HYPERION is fully analog parametric EQ with +24dBu of headroom. It features a lot of
innovative improvements that no other processor on the market provides. Its innovative design
utilizes 15 VCAs per channel to provide essentially noiseless parameter changes and very
musical nature. _HYPERION is next product in NG500 line where total recall is implemented
through front panel USB socket or _TITAN chassis.

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Contents
1. Overview...................................................................................................................................................6
2. Installation and compatibility. ..................................................................................................................7
3. Front panel..............................................................................................................................................10
4. Front panel –special functions...............................................................................................................12
4.1. Copy channels ........................................................................................................................................12
4.2. Copy presets (A/B)..................................................................................................................................12
5. Specification............................................................................................................................................13
6. Curves .....................................................................................................................................................14
6.1. HF –high filter........................................................................................................................................14
6.2. HMF & LMF –high-mid filter & low-mid filter .......................................................................................15
6.3. LF –low filter..........................................................................................................................................16
6.4. HPF –high pass filter..............................................................................................................................17
7. Unit modes..............................................................................................................................................18
7.1. Unit standalone usage............................................................................................................................18
7.2. Unit with a plug-in usage........................................................................................................................19
7.3. Stereo mode in standalone mode vs plug-in usage ...............................................................................21
8. Metering .................................................................................................................................................23
9. Software..................................................................................................................................................24
9.1. Installation..............................................................................................................................................24
9.1.1. WINDOWS .............................................................................................................................................24
9.1.2. OSX......................................................................................................................................................24
9.1.3. Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................24
9.2. Plug-ins ...................................................................................................................................................26
9.2.1. Dedicated plugin - _HYPERION...........................................................................................................26
9.2.1.1. _HYPERION –Stereo plugin structure ...................................................................................26
9.2.1.2. _HYPERION –Mono plugin structure ....................................................................................27
9.2.1.3. _HYPERION –plugin structure description............................................................................27
9.2.2. GConBlackBox.....................................................................................................................................29
9.3. Setup for mixing .....................................................................................................................................30

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9.3.1. HW insert/External effect...................................................................................................................30
9.3.2. Direct output ......................................................................................................................................31
9.4. Memories ...............................................................................................................................................32
9.4.1. Synchronization upon connection......................................................................................................32
9.4.2. Memory synchronization between plugin and hardware ..................................................................32
9.4.2.1. Synchronized memory enabled.............................................................................................33
9.4.2.2. Synchronized memory disabled ............................................................................................33
9.5. Automation ............................................................................................................................................34
9.5.1. Automation for stereo plugin.............................................................................................................34
9.5.2. Automation record .............................................................................................................................34
9.6. Pro Tools Integration..............................................................................................................................35
9.7. Multi Host Support.................................................................................................................................35
9.8. GCon Manager .......................................................................................................................................36
9.8.1. How to check firmware upgrade. .......................................................................................................36
9.8.2. How to perform firmware upgrade. ...................................................................................................37
10. Abbreviations and terms.........................................................................................................................38
11. Warranty.................................................................................................................................................38
12. History.....................................................................................................................................................39

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1. Overview
_HYPERION is fully analog unit with digital control, it means that whole audio processing is done ONLY
through analog components. Digital side is responsible to configure device accordingly, which allows to
implement digital recall and remote control of the unit.
MAIN FEATURES:
Fully ANALOG parametric EQ with digital control
+24dBu of headroom
Stereo / Dual mono / Mid/Side operation mode
4-Band EQ with switchable gain range for 5db or 15dB boost or cut per band:
High band –2kHz to 25kHz (bell or shelf)
High-Mid band –600Hz to 8Khz with full Q control
Low-Mid band –200Hz to 2.5Khz with full Q control
Low band –30 Hz to 350Hz (bell or shelf)
HPF with 12dB/Oct or 6 dB/Oct slopes
Each band features its own Bypass switch
Essentially Noiseless parameter changes
Proprietary THD implementation
Flexible DAW/Live plug-in control for instant recall
12 touch sensitive encoders allows to record automation
True bypass
In and OUT metering with clip detection
A/B compare feature

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2. Installation and compatibility.
WesAudio _HYPERION equalizer module is designed to be installed into:
An API™ 500 Series compatible rack
_TITAN or any other ng500 compatible chassis,
WesAudio _ HYPERION cannot function standalone, requiring the power source supplied by the rack
system.
Two important NOTES:
Unit needs to warm up for about 5 minutes before usage as its temperature may
affect some internal variables –like frequencies of each band, and very slightly gain
and Q settings.
Unit produces fair amount of heat because of its power consumption, it is highly
recommended to leave empty space above and below chassis to allow proper air
circulation. Ideally 1U space above, and 1U space below.
After unpacking your _HYPERION module, please check for any visible damage that may have occurred
during transit. If there is any problem, please contact your dealer immediately!
Module installation walkthrough:
Choose the position in the rack to which you will install the module and slide it in so that the edge
connector of the module aligns with the matching connector in the rack. A gentle push and the module
should slide home into the rack connector. Attach the front panel to the front of the rack with screws
supplied by your rack manufacturer. This is important for mechanical rigidity. Do not over tighten these
screws to avoid stripping out the threads. Apply power, test that everything is working OK, and most
importantly, enjoy!
!!!Ensure the rack is completely powered down before attempting
installation to prevent damage to the module!!!

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500 series compatibility note:
Each WesAudio device in ng500 (Next Generation 500 series) product line is equipped with special
connector. This connector is an extension to 500 series, and allows your device to be managed/recalled
through specialized GCon protocol (e.g. _Titan 500 series 10 slots frame).
This extension is compatible with 500 series standardized plug type, however some manufacturers
apply enormous screws to the plug itself, which prevent the device to fit in. Based on official research
more than 90% of available 500 series racks will fit just fine. Currently known exceptions:
–Rupert Neve Designs 500 series Rack (confirmed),
–Aphex 500 series rack (not confirmed),
–Some older BAE racks (not produced anymore).

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If you are in possession of any of those 500 series
racks, there are two options:
1) NG500 module won’t fit into this racks because
of upper screw attached to 500 series
connector. This particular screw can be
removed without any side effects in most of
listed racks. With such simple modification
your rack is ready to host any NG500 module
on this particular slot.
2) IMPORTANT ORDER NOTE: Each device can be
ordered without special 500 series connector,
however:
–The device compatibility with _titan frame is
broken, and will not work.
–The device can be managed/recalled via
direct USB connection without any problems.

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3. Front panel
1) OUTPUT –output level control.
2) HF Frequency –high filter frequency control.
3) HF gain –high filter gain control.
4) HMF Q –high-mid filter bandwidth (Q) control.
5) HMF Frequency –high-mid filter frequency control.
6) HMF Gain –high-mid filter gain control.
7) LMF Q –low-mid filter bandwidth (Q) control.